Benzotriazole from Japan
Benzotriazole prevents corrosion of processing equipment and acts as a silver image stabilizer in photographic films. This triazole derivative chelates metal ions in developer solutions. Classified as aromatic photographic chemical HTS 2934.99.20.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide chelation efficiency data for metal protection
• Low dosage documentation prevents bulk chemical classification
• Distinguish from automotive antifreeze additive applications